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Pedia-Lax vs MiraLAX®

Pedia-Lax vs. MiraLAX®

There's really no comparison.

Pedia-Lax... MiraLAX...
Is formulated according to FDA guidelines for children 2-11. Has not been approved by the FDA for children 16 and under.
Quick Dissolve Strips work overnight. Takes 1-3 days to work.

When their child is feeling constipated, 75% of Moms believe Pedia-Lax Quick Dissolve Strips produce a bowel movement quicker than MiraLAX* and 85% of Moms get greater compliance using Pedia-Lax Quick Dissolve Strips vs. MiraLAX.**

Early intervention with Pedia-Lax can improve medical outcomes when treating pediatric constipation, so use Pedia-Lax Strips and Chewables for quick relief; diet, behavior modification and management medications for longer term success. One of the easiest ways to reduce the likelihood of children becoming constipated is to make sure they are getting plenty of fiber in their diet. Learn more in our fiber fundamentals section.


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*Based on an online survey of 212 mothers who used both products, 187 who expressed a preference supported this statement.

**Based on an online survey of 212 mothers who used both products, 203 who expressed a preference supported this statement.